Careers

Grow Our Tomorrow.  Oppy is a leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world. As one of North America’s top produce companies for over 165 years, we bring over 100 varieties of produce from 27 countries to 1,300+ retailers in North America and throughout the world. As much as agriculture has shaped the past for humankind, Oppy’s efforts shape its future by sustainably providing families with healthy, safe and fresh produce to create a better quality of life for all. Our progressive team is called to a higher purpose that raises the economic wellbeing of families and communities who work the land.

Recognized as one Canada’s Best Managed Companies (for the last 22 years!) and a BC Top Employer, our diverse team of dedicated professionals collaborate and make connections across our locations throughout North and South America. We owe our success to our adaptability, innovative and entrepreneurial approach, our commitment to our people, and the incredible relationships we build. We are looking for talented people who love a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and career in a sector with abundant opportunity. Grow your tomorrow with us, today.

The Opportunity

Join a dynamic and fast-paced production environment where no two days are the same! As a Production Coordinator, you will play a critical role in scheduling repack operations and managing packaging inventory across multiple locations as needed. This position requires agility, problem-solving, and strong organizational skills to ensure daily production runs smoothly. You will collaborate with various departments to optimize product movement and handling while maintaining high standards of efficiency, accuracy, and food safety. If you thrive in a hands-on, fast-moving setting and enjoy working in a flexible, multi-location role, we want to hear from you!

Please Note: On-site attendance is required 5 days (full-time) week for this role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees all repack operations, including scheduling, monitoring, and reporting, while collaborating with internal teams to meet production demands and deadlines efficiently.
• Monitors the rotation, transfers, movement, and accuracy of packaging inventory, ensuring materials are available for repack projects and preventing shortages or overages.
• Works closely with QC/QA teams to assess commodity quality and documents repack product data, including conversion rates, reconditioning efforts, and losses.
• Maintains and replenishes packaging inventory to align with daily work order needs, receiving shipments, executing inventory transfers, and managing inventory counts.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to investigate and quickly resolve warehouse and repack-related issues, ensuring smooth operations.
• Supports a safe working environment by following all safety procedures and policies, ensuring compliance with food safety handling guidelines.
• Builds and maintains strong business relationships with internal departments and external partners to drive efficiency and operational success.
• Completes additional tasks and projects as needed to support a dynamic and fast-paced production environment.

Required Competencies

• Knowledge of efficient manufacturing practices and food safety regulations is preferred.
• Highly self-motivated with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Proven ability to collaborate across departments and foster a team-oriented work environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 30 pounds and working in cold storage or warehouse environments as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Degree, diploma in supply chain, logistics, or related industry preferred; training in agri-business is an asset.
• Minimum, 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing/production and/or inventory; produce industry experience is an asset.

Why Oppy

• We are the perfect size of organization that is still nimble but yet organized, where meaningful impact and contributions happen;
• We have a strong culture with terrific people that care about the business and each other.  We want our people to grow and succeed;
• We believe in you bringing your best true self and your best ideas, because diverse perspectives contribute to better problem solving and solutions in a dynamic and ever evolving industry;
• We support your professional development and health with educational reimbursement and wellness programs;
• We offer a comprehensive total compensation package that includes health, dental & vision coverage, 401k match, tuition reimbursement and benefits!

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

Oppy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer who actively seeks to recruit retain individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves at work. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and partners. Diversity is fundamental to our success because it brings a range of perspectives that fuel innovation and excellence. That’s why we’re focused on creating an inclusive culture where every employee can contribute their unique talents and ideas.

We gratefully thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted directly.